Mechanical Fitter

E3 Recruitment; Elland; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering company based in Halifax is seeking a Mechanical Fitter. The position offers a 4-day working week and a competitive salary of £35,000-£36,000. Candidates with strong mechanical skills and experience in valve instrumentation are encouraged to apply, with numerous benefits including health support and pension contributions.

Benefits

4-day working week

33 days holiday including Bank Holidays

Up to 8% employer pension contribution

Health & Wellbeing Support

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounts and cashback at retailers

Free on-site parking

Cycle to Work Scheme

Access to Costco membership

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Mechanical Fitter.
• Hands-on knowledge of valve systems.
• Background in precision mechanical assembly or testing.

Responsibilities

• Assembly and testing of industrial valves and controls.
• Calibration of positioners and setting of actuators.
• Maintaining compliance with safety and quality standards.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Safety commitment

Quality standards

Education

Apprentice trained

Job description

Mechanical Fitter required for a global engineering company based in Halifax, West Yorkshire. A 4-day working week, 33 days holiday, and an excellent benefits package are all available to the successful candidate.

The core purpose of the Mechanical Fitter role is to assemble, calibrate, and test industrial valve systems to exacting quality and safety standards.This is a hands-on role suited to someone with strong mechanical skills and proven experience in valve instrumentation and actuator systems.

Mechanical Fitter Benefits:

• Starting salary of £35,000-£36,000 per annum depending on experience
• 4-day working week with compressed hours
• 33 days holiday including Bank Holidays, with the option to buy up to 5 extra days
• Up to 8% employer pension contribution, enhanced company sick pay, and life assurance (2x or 4x salary)
• Health & Wellbeing Support - Health cash back plan covering GP, dental, physio and more; DSE eye test vouchers; and access to trained Mental Health First Aiders
• Employee Assistance Programme - Confidential support, face-to-face counselling, and access to the Wisdom App for health and wellbeing resources
• Discounts and cashback at high street retailers, on travel, gym memberships, cinema tickets, and more
• Free on-site parking (worth £1,500-£2,500 annually), Cycle to Work Scheme, and access to Costco membership

Key Responsibilities of the Mechanical Fitter will include:

• Assembly and testing of industrial valves and controls
• Calibration of positioners and setting of actuators
• Carrying out piping work and function tests
• Performing hysteresis and deadband testing
• Inputting test data and maintaining compliance with safety and quality standards
• Interfacing with inspectors and supporting continuous improvement

For the role of Mechanical Fitter, we are keen to receive applications from individuals who have:

• Proven experience as a Mechanical fitter, ideally apprentice trained
• Hands-on knowledge of working with valve systems
• A background in precision mechanical assembly or testing
• Strong commitment to safety, accuracy, and quality standards

To apply for the Mechanical Fitter position, please click “Apply Now” and attach an updated copy of your CV.Alternatively, contact Conor Wood at E3 Recruitment for more information.